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Janis Joplin 1964 Porsche 356C

Janis Joplin’s psychedelic Porsche sells for $1.76 million at auction

Janis Joplin's 1964 Porsche 356C sold for $1.76 million at an RM Sotheby's auction in New York City. The car famously features a psychedelic mural.
Jaguar Formula E

Claws out: Jaguar joins Formula E

Jaguar will join the Formula E electric-car race series for its third season next year. It hopes the experience will aid its electric-car development.
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Lamborghini won't make a rear-wheel drive Aventador

The Lamborghini Aventador won't get a rear-wheel drive variant like the smaller Huracán, the company's R&D chief says.
2015 Ford Focus Electric

Ford will add 13 new electrified vehicles by 2020

Ford says it will add 13 new electrified vehicles to its global portfolio by 2020, starting with the updated 2017 Focus Electric.
Volkswagen Beetle TDI

Volkswagen blames 'chain of errors' for diesel scandal

Volkswagen says it completed an internal investigation into the causes behind the ongoing diesel emissions scandal.
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McLaren builds the last P1 hybrid supercar

The McLaren P1 production run is officially done. McLaren recently completed the last of the 375 planned cars.
Lotus Exige Sport 350

In new Sport 350 form, Lotus’ Exige is leaner and meaner than ever

The Lotus Exige Sport 350 is the latest lightweight sports car from Colin Chapman's firm. It's an evolution of the previous Exige S model.
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Volvo XC90 adds Apple CarPlay

The Volvo XC90 is the latest model to get Apple CarPlay. The feature comes as part of a software update released by the Swedish carmaker.
2017 Mercedes-Benz E-Class interior

Mercedes' 2017 E-Class will borrow S-Class tech

The 2017 Mercedes-Benz E-Class interior will borrow heavily from the larger S-Class, and get some all-new features as well.
Hyundai Ioniq

Hyundai Ioniq confirmed with hybrid, plug-in hybrid, electric options

The Hyundai Ioniq will target the Toyota Prius and other green cars with hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and all-electric powertrain options.
BMW i8 Spyder concept front angle

BMW’s convertible i8 Spyder may return for CES 2016

The BMW i8 Spyder may return as a second concept for CES in January. BMW never put the original i8 Spyder concept into production.
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German tuner wants to stuff an 800-hp V8 in a BMW i8

A BMW i8 will ditch its plug-in hybrid powertrain in favor of an 800-horsepower V8 in an insane project by German tuner Gabura Racing Technologies.
2014 Nissan Juke NISMO RS front angle

First drive: 2014 Nissan Juke NISMO RS

The 2014 Nissan Juke NISMO RS puts performance in an unexpected package. An enjoyable driving experience and unique style are only hampered by a lack of refinement compared to more traditional sport compacts.
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First drive: 2013 BMW Active E

The BMW ActiveE was built to provide real-world data for the company's i3 EV project. While there are some rough edges, its nippy acceleration and nimble handling bode well for BMW's first production EV.
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Volvo's S90 could get a lot sportier with Polestar plug-in hybrid model

The Volvo S90 could morph into a sporty Polestar model soon, possibly with a plug-in hybrid powertrain. A V90 Polestar wagon could happen too.
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Porsche's all-electric Mission E will go into production

The Porsche Mission E electric car will go into production at the end of the decade, Porsche says. It will be Porsche's first production electric car.
McLaren MP4-X concept

McLaren’s MP4-X concept can harness the sun and read a driver’s mind

The McLaren MP4-X concept is one idea of what future Formula One cars could look like. McLaren designed it to show off promising new technologies.
2016 Ford Fusion display screen

Ford adds Siri Eyes Free to over five million vehicles with software update

Ford is the latest carmaker to add Siri Eyes Free voice control. It's releasing the feature in a software update for over five million vehicles.
2016 Lexus RX 350

Would you buy a Lexus pickup truck? Lexus may build one

Lexus may build a pickup truck based on the Toyota Hilux, although it's not a top priority for the carmaker right now.
Chevrolet Corvette German police car

Rest easy, speeders, this Chevy Corvette police car is on a mission of goodwill

A Chevrolet Corvette police car was built to promote Germany's "Tune It! Safe!" campaign for responsible vehicle modification.
2015 Ferrari FF

Ferrari's FF will get a facelift, keeping its naturally-aspirated V12

The Ferrari FF shooting brake is due for a significant update, but will keep its naturally-aspirated V12, a new report says.
Virgin Racing Formula E

Robots, start your engines: Formula E plans race series for self-driving cars

Formula E is planning a race series for self-driving cars called "Roborace" to augment its electric-car races.
Volkswagen Golf TDI

Volkswagen submits proposal for diesel-car fix

Volkswagen submitted a proposed fix for diesel cars equipped with "defeat device" software to the U.S. EPA and California Air Resources Board.
Volvo in-car delivery

Volvo’s in-car delivery service brings a whole new meaning to ‘living in your car’

Volvo is offering in-car delivery of certain products ordered online to customers in Gothenburg, Sweden.
Rezvani Beast X

The Rezvani Beast X wrings an ungodly 700 horsepower from a 2-liter four-cylinder

The Rezvani Beast X is a new, 700-horsepower version of the already-extreme Rezvani Beast sports car.
Volkswagen Beetle TDI

Germany investigates Volkswagen for tax evasion related to CO2 understatement

Volkswagen is under investigation for tax evasion in Germany, relating to understatements of CO2 emissions the company recently admitted to.
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Volvo wants to take car buying virtual with Microsoft’s HoloLens

Volvo is partnering with Microsoft on multiple projects, including the use of HoloLens "mixed-reality" tech in dealerships.
2017 Cadillac XT5

Cadillac’s next new model may be a small crossover called the XT4

Cadillac will follow its 2017 XT5 with a smaller crossover, possibly called XT4, in 2018. Additional Cadillac crossovers may follow that one.
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Will the production version of Chevy’s Bolt EV debut at CES?

The Chevrolet Bolt EV electric car could debut in production form at CES in January, according to a new report. Production could start in late 2016.
2017 Fiat 124 Spider

10 of the most exciting cars from the 2015 Los Angeles Auto Show

The 2015 Los Angeles Auto Show featured a wide variety of production and concept cars, from economical compacts to exotic sports cars.
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Audi says electric cars will comprise a quarter of its US sales by 2025

Audi says that by 2025, electric cars will account for 25 percent of its U.S. sales. That likely includes both all-electric cars and plug-in hybrids.
2016 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport

Mitsubishi’s 2016 Outlander Sport gets plastic surgery, with questionable results

The 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport debuted at the 2015 Los Angeles Auto Show with a new face and some minor interior tweaks and changes.
2017 Mitsubishi Mirage

2017 Mitsubishi Mirage debuts at LA Auto Show with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto

The 2017 Mitsubishi Mirage returns after skipping one model year. The minicar boasts new styling, and Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility.
2016 Nissan Juke Stinger Edition

Nissan’s 2016 Juke Stinger Edition is a turbocharged bee

The 2016 Nissan Juke Stinger Edition was unveiled at the 2015 Los Angeles Auto Show in a black-and-yellow color scheme. It will go on sale next year.
2016 Audi A3 e-tron

Audi lays the groundwork for automated parking in the Boston area

Audi recently signed a memorandum of understanding with the city of Somerville, Massachusetts, to develop automated-parking infrastructure.
2017 Kia Sportage

Kia’s 2017 Sportage is thoroughly restyled, but is it sporty?

The 2017 Kia Sportage made its North American debut at the 2015 Los Angeles Auto Show. It will go on sale in the U.S. next year.
2017 GMC Canyon Denali​

GMC’s Canyon truck is the latest to get the Denali treatment

The 2017 GMC Canyon Denali is the latest model to feature GMC's Denali upscale trim. It debuts at the 2015 Los Angeles Auto Show.
2017 Buick LaCrosse

Buick’s 2017 LaCrosse is inspired by concept cars old and new

The 2017 Buick LaCrosse debuted at the 2015 Los Angeles Auto Show, with styling cues from the Buick Avenir concept car.